Bibliograph

Halloween, by Ann Heinrichs ; illustrated by Teri Weidner

Type

Label

Halloween, by Ann Heinrichs ; illustrated by Teri Weidner

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestGradeLevel

K-3

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Halloween

Oclc number

856530332

Responsibility statement

by Ann Heinrichs ; illustrated by Teri Weidner

Series statement

Holidays and celebrations

Summary

Legends of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls fill the air, and excited trick-or-treaters scurry from house to house hoping to fill their bags with sweet goodies. Halloween is among America's most treasured childhood holidays. This book traces the origins of Halloween and explains the old and new traditions associated with October 31

Table Of Contents

Trick or treat! -- A scary night -- Roman festivals -- All Hallows' Eve -- Costumes, mischief, apples, and fun -- Begging for treats -- The Jack-o'-lantern -- The Day of the Dead -- Poetry corner -- Joining the spirit of Halloween -- Making spooky spiders -- Making egg-carton spiders

Target audience

primary

Classification